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If it’s a rockcrawler and the goal is cheap springs. run an f150 spring backwards. It really helps with flex. If it’s a higher-budget rig, go deavers. I also recommend run a longer shackle ABOVE the frame. This is really common on mini truck...

Thanks for the inputs. I have a SOA and the original springs. I am looking for a suspension that is more flexible. Not particularly looking for enhanced offroad. (i’ve got an 80 series on 44’s). 35’s on the 40 are just fine. Some of my friends...

Wondering how many in the forum, have added longer springs to thier FJ40. Seems acouple of my mates have put on Chevy S10 springs & like the ride.

I don’t like to get dirty when I work on my Cruiser. If I keep my Cruisers clean, I stay clean when I work on them. It is also easier to find problems when it is clean. It also has a higher resale value when it is clean. If you take it to a...

The previous owner of my‘93 (front discs, rear drum) had removed the LSPV system. (Im not sure what exactly has been left behind). I have done a 4” spring + 2” body lift. Replaced the master cylinder, But my brakes are still super soft. If i...

Pressure washers no bueno

Trollhole did a nice write up on this swap. https://globalsoftware-inc.com/coolerman/fj40/5F.htm

It's a pretty easy drop in replacement, but you will need to change the side cover for the "dented" cover off an fj60 to clear the larger distributor.

Thanks to all that replied with help. Here’s some trailer porn pics of my M100

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On my 79, I did the upgrade to the FJ60 big cap distributor from the stock electronic distributor. I highly recommend the upgrade, but you may want to do the full upgrade to the FJ60 ignition setup. In addition to the FJ60 distributor upgrade...

This conversion is as expensive enough, i decided to go with the Toyota radiator and toyota air box up untill they proved to not be up to the task. Radiator is doing great hum along at 195-200, however the toyota air Filter barrel (housing) is...

I have a 1980 California spec FJ40. It has been several years since i was looking into getting a spare distributor for when the time comes the 46 year old dizzy has to be retired I have not searched again after several years, but considering...

Here in Alaska, we do a lot of glacial river crossings. The engine bay, gets a very thin layer of somewhat baked dirt, and turns everything a uniform light brown color. To be honest i haven’t tried any of the off the shelf engine cleaners...

Geez, been awhile since ive tried to catch up on everybody’s pushing the envelope further and further. I have a ‘93 3xlocked,2010 5.3 mated to a six speed AT. I have two question Those that have done the swap, have you added an in line fuel...